Betty Diaz Lopez
Guaynabo
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Feria de Salud and Uniedo Cabezas CAP ( Pediatric Cancer)
03.2023 - 03.2023
• Conducted health screenings, collected vital signs, and documented medical histories at a local fair.
• Gained hands-on patient care experience under the supervision of a board-certified pediatric physician.
• Assisted in educating attendees on various medical conditions and preventive care.
Community Service Volunteer
SJBSM Precision Medicine Interest Group
09.2022 - 09.2022
• Collaborated with AMAR (Alianza de Médicos al Rescate) to provide medical support in Yabucoa and Utuado after Hurricane Fiona.
• Assisted board-certified physicians by recording patient vitals, taking notes, and supporting clinical tasks.
• Contributed to relief efforts, ensuring affected communities received essential medical care.
Community Service Volunteer
Punto de Esperanza Clinic
08.2022 - 08.2022
• Volunteered at Punto Esperanza Clinic to provide primary medical care, including blood pressure and glucose screenings.
• Collected vital signs, medical histories, and demographic information to support patient care.
• Educated the community on public health topics to promote awareness and preventive care.
Volunteer
Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care of Arizona
02.2021 - 02.2022
• Provided companionship and emotional support to patients in their final stages of life.
• Assisted with caregiver support, ensuring timely coordination of medications and supplies.
• Engaged patients in activities like manicures, singing, and reading to enhance their comfort and well-being.
Peacework Medical Volunteer
Peacework Medical
02.2019 - 12.2019
• Provided health services, including blood pressure screening, wound care, and health education, to the homeless community in Downtown Phoenix.
• Assisted individuals in accessing essential medical resources and nearby clinics for continued care.
• Contributed to the Homeless Triage Project through Peacework Medical to support underserved populations.
Volunteer
St. Joseph Hospital and Medical Center
02.2019 - 11.2019
• Guided and supported patients within the hospital, ensuring safe and efficient transit.
• Assisted with inpatient discharges and facilitated timely transportation for outpatients.
• Fostered a sense of care and connection, prioritizing patient well-being.
Education
M.D. -
San Juan Bautista School of Medicine
Caguas05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Medical Studies
Arizona State University
Phoenix05.2019
Leadership Experiences
Curriculum Representative . July 2022-Present
San Juan Bautista School of Medicine, Caguas, PR
• Advocated for students by conveying curriculum-related concerns and feedback to faculty.
• Collaborated with faculty to propose enhancements and solutions for an improved student experience.
• Kept class representatives informed and supported in addressing student needs.
Outreach Vice president the Orthopedic Surgery Interest Group August 2023-May 2024
San Juan Bautista School of Medicine, Caguas, PR
• Organized outreach initiatives to promote interest in orthopedic surgery among medical students.
• Coordinated events, mentorship opportunities, and community engagement activities.
Research Experience
Physician Burnout Prevalence in a Sample of Practitioners Across Medical Staff in Puerto Rico.
San Juan Bautista School of Medicine, Puerto Rico
06/2023-Present
Mentor: Dr. Humberto A. Cruz Esparra, PsyD
• Utilized the Maslach Burnout Inventory (Clinician Version) to assess physician burnout in Puerto Rico.
• Analyzed emotional factors affecting physician well-being and job performance.
• Aimed to develop intervention programs to mitigate burnout and improve healthcare quality.
Is there an Increase in the Incidence of Acute Flaccid Paralysis/Guillain-Barré Syndrome due to the COVID-19 pandemic?
San Juan Bautista School of Medicine , Puerto Rico
07/2022-Present
Mentor: Dr. Ramon Sharbaai, PhD
• Utilizing data from the National Medical Claims database (2018-2022) to examine the incidence, demographic information, disease severity, and case studies of patients in Puerto Rico infected with COVID-19 and experiencing neurological post-COVID-19 complications.
• Comparing the incidence of acute flaccid paralysis and Guillain-Barré syndrome in patients before and after the COVID-19 pandemic in Puerto Rico.
• Analyzing trends to determine if there was an increase in the occurrence of these neurological complications in Puerto Rico following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Project ECHO
Arizona State University, Phoenix, Arizona
01/2019 - 05/2019
Mentor: Adrienne White, MS
• Supported the Arizona State University Project ECHO hub in Phoenix, focusing on medical education and care delivery.
• Responsible for data entry and management within the ECHO platform, aiding in the expansion of clinical records for healthcare participant recruitment.
• Maintained administrative oversight of the website to ensure data accuracy and validity.
Academic Awards
Dean's List, 2018 and 2019.
Affiliations
- Member of the American Medical Women's Association (AMWA)
- Member of the American Medical Association (AMA)
- Member of the Association of Women Surgeons (AWS)
- Member of the American Association of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS)
- Emergency Medicine Residents Association (EMRA)
Teaching Experience
08/2024- Present Microbiology Tutor
San Juan Bautista School of Medicine Caguas, PR
08/2023-05/2024. Anatomy Tutor
San Juan Bautista School of Medicine Caguas, PR
Employment Experience
01/2019 - 09/2019 Human Resources Assistant
The Home Depot Phoenix, AZ
02/2014 - 06/2022 Bookkeeper
The Home Depot Phoenix,Az
Hobbies
- Hiking, gardening and reading fantasy and magic realism novels.
Languages
Spanish
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Volunteer
Feria de Salud and Uniedo Cabezas CAP ( Pediatric Cancer)
03.2023 - 03.2023
Community Service Volunteer
SJBSM Precision Medicine Interest Group
09.2022 - 09.2022
Community Service Volunteer
Punto de Esperanza Clinic
08.2022 - 08.2022
Volunteer
Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care of Arizona
02.2021 - 02.2022
Peacework Medical Volunteer
Peacework Medical
02.2019 - 12.2019
Volunteer
St. Joseph Hospital and Medical Center
02.2019 - 11.2019
M.D. -
San Juan Bautista School of Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Medical Studies
Arizona State University